Sponsorship and Partnership Specialist (Northern Suburbs (Cape) at PEP

Description


As the Sponsorship and Partnership specialist you will be the strategic lead in building, negotiating and managing sponsorship and relationships that drive measurable brand growth for PEP.


Requirements


Stakeholder Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with key internal and external partners, suppliers, and media, driving an increase in partnership ROI.
Contract Leadership: Lead the identification, qualification, and successful conclusion of new, high-value partnership and sponsorship contracts, ensuring favourable, legally sound terms and clear governance (SLA management).
Strategic Development: Provide input into and ensure the execution of a comprehensive Sponsorship & Partnership strategy aligned with overall Brand and Business objectives. Champion innovative opportunities that drive long-term brand relevance and market share, informed by in-depth market analysis.
Cross-Functional Management: Establish and optimise cross-functional communication channels and processes for partnership campaigns, ensuring effective coordination across teams (Legal, Finance, Creative, Digital, etc.).
Budget & Finance: Develop and effectively manage the annual Sponsorship & Partnership budgets, ensuring accurate financial reporting and spend optimization. Keeping the PEP investment in check and optimizing partnership investments into the properties we look after.
Integration: Act as the strategic bridge between Brand, Sponsorship and partnership, ensuring activity adheres to Brand strategy and identity.
People Management: Recruit, mentor, and develop a future team including Brand Manager/Coordinator/Intern to achieve high performance and career growth.


Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies


Bachelor's degree, preferably in Marketing or Business Management
Demonstrated track record (5-8 years) in Marketing or Brand Role
Sponsorship management is an advantage
Leadership experience is an advantage
Proven track record in delivering brand strategy, brand identity, brand campaign, sponsorships and PR campaigns


Key Functional Knowledge & Skills


Google experience and programs within G Suite
Solid understanding of the media landscape and channel mix
Excellent reporting writing, interpersonal and presentation skills
Effective understanding of the South African customer and brand trends
Ability to multitask, whilst retaining strategic and creative thinking in the process
Competencies required: Performing under pressure, Presenting, Structuring, Organisational sensitivity, Persuasiveness, Drive, Initiative, Innovating, Market oriented


Closing date: Friday, 13 March 2026